Ballon d'Or candidates intensify campaigns ahead of voting closure

With the Ballon d'Or voting closing in less than two weeks, several top candidates are actively promoting their achievements. Trophies won, including the World Cup and La Liga, feature heavily in statements from players such as Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe. France Football released the list of 30 nominees on September 8, and the award ceremony is set for October 26 in London. Amid no clear favorite, campaigns are ramping up as clubs look to enhance their players' marketability. Key players from Paris Saint-Germain, including Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, are highlighted by their coach, Luis Enrique, as potential winners, while Bayern Munich's Harry Kane remains an unsung contender with a strong domestic performance.

• 11:18 AMYahoo Sports — As Ballon d'Or vote nears, stars campaign for the award